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Philly Cheese Steak Casserole

5 from 1 vote
Indulge in a comforting and flavorful weeknight dinner with the Ultimate Philly Cheese Steak Casserole. This dish effortlessly combines the classic taste of a Philly Cheese Steak with the homely feel of a baked casserole, promising a meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1/2 cup Reserved Pasta Water
  • 1 Green Pepper diced
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1/2 lb Small Shells
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella
  • 32 oz Beef Stock combined with 32 oz of water
  • 6 slices Provolone Cheese
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 Yellow Onion diced

Method
 

  1. Setting the Stage: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Cooking the Pasta: Mix beef stock and water, and cook the small shells as per the package instructions. Don’t forget to reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  3. Sautéing the Veggies: In an oven-proof skillet, melt butter and briefly sauté the garlic. Add diced green pepper and onion, cooking until they’re soft, which usually takes around 5 minutes.
  4. Preparing the Beef: Introduce the ground beef to the skillet, seasoning it with salt and pepper. Once cooked, drain the grease and blend in the cream cheese until it’s fully melted.
  5. Bringing it Together: Incorporate the reserved pasta water, cooked shells, and shredded mozzarella into the skillet mixture.
  6. Finishing Touch: Layer the top with provolone slices and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, ensuring the cheese is perfectly melted.

Notes

If your skillet isn’t oven-proof, simply transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish before adding the provolone and baking.

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